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PNG
Abbreviation for Portable Network Graphics
In short and in plain language
PNG is a format for images.
It stores graphics without loss of quality. Images in it can also have see-through parts.
It suits logos and graphics with sharp edges. For photos the files often get large.
Newer formats can mostly make the same images smaller.
Definition
PNG is an image format that stores graphics without quality loss and supports transparency. It suits logos and graphics with sharp edges well, but often produces large files for photos. Modern formats such as WebP or AVIF can usually deliver the same images in smaller files.